Climate change, overpopulation, expensive economy - these and more contribute to men and women deciding not to have children. As a result, birth rates have been declining steadily in middle- and high-income countries. Moreover, childfree by choice defies the cultural imperative, opting out of parenting in favour of other goals. Intentional childfree adults still face social stigma, like the expectation to bring children into the world is vital. Moreover, voluntary childlessness often sparks ‘moral outrage’, according to one study.
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Kidless
